Matt Sparrow writes from the Southern Forests region of Western Australia. With a Bachelor of Arts in History and finishing a Master of Teaching at Murdoch University, he was inspired to write after seeing the wonder in his daughter’s eyes while reading to her. Surrounded by ancient forests, wild rivers, and vibrant communities, his stories are inspired by people and their engagement with the natural world. Josiah is passionate about storytelling and creating memorable shared experiences between reader and child.